Scheduled on July 8, 2024, at Guaranteed Rate Field, the Minnesota Twins will take on the Chicago White Sox at 08:10 PM under potentially overcast skies. While the Twins have yet to confirm their starting pitcher, the White Sox will be relying on Chris Flexen, who holds an ERA of 5.082 this season.

As the standings show within the 2024 AL Central Division, the Twins are currently fourth, boasting a record of 51-39, reflecting a winning percentage of .567. They’ve also performed commendably within their division, securing 17 wins from 29 matches. The team’s recent statistics are favorable, as they have won 7 of their last 10 games and are riding a two-game winning streak. Their performance away from home has been solid, with a 24-21 record companioned by their stronger home record of 27-18. They have scored 447 runs and conceded 396 throughout the season.

In stark contrast, the White Sox find themselves at the bottom of the standings, placing 15th with a record of 26-66, which converts to a .283 winning percentage. Their struggles in divisional matchups are evident with only 7 wins against 23 losses. At home, they’ve notched 16 wins versus 29 losses and have fared worse on the road with just 10 victories to 37 defeats. Overall, they have managed 295 runs but have given up 459.

Looking at the game odds, the Twins are the favorites with an Away Team MoneyLine at -182, whereas the White Sox are at +155. The game’s point spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the Twins, and the Over/Under is poised at 9.5, suggesting expectations of a moderately high-scoring affair. Given the Twins’ recent momentum and the White Sox’s struggling form, betting trends might lean towards the Twins covering the spread and potentially the game hitting the Over.